Animal Ecology Professor: Plant–Animal Interactions Forests

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (SLU); Umeå kommun; On-site; SEK 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Swedish family health care provisions

Generous paid leave for parents

No-cost education through university studies

Job summary

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (SLU) is seeking a Professor (full tenure) in animal ecology at the Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The role involves developing research on plant-animal interactions in forest ecosystems and contributing to the teaching and supervision of students at various levels.

The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree, leadership experience, and the ability to communicate effectively in English, with support provided to learn Swedish if necessary. Overall, the position promises a stimulating environment with a focus on impactful research.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a doctoral degree relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and pedagogical skills required.
• Scientific expertise in plant-animal interactions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead research in animal ecology.
• Contribute to pedagogical development in the subject area.
• Supervise doctoral students and mentor postdoctoral researchers.

Skills

Scientifically skilled in animal ecology

Pedagogically skilled

Leadership skills

Good knowledge of English

Education

Doctoral degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet (SLU) is seeking a Professor (full tenure) in animal ecology at the Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The role involves developing research on plant-animal interactions in forest ecosystems and contributing to the teaching and supervision of students at various levels.

The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree, leadership experience, and the ability to communicate effectively in English, with support provided to learn Swedish if necessary. Overall, the position promises a stimulating environment with a focus on impactful research.